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Recreation Employment – Lifelong and Adaptive (Ages 18+) - Talent Pool
City of Portland
Portland Parks & Recreation
Location
Portland, Oregon, 97204
Salary
Not specified
Type
Closes
April 27, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This is a talent pool for part-time or seasonal recreation jobs with Portland Parks & Recreation, focusing on lifelong and adaptive programs for adults aged 18 and older, such as leading trips, instructing activities, and assisting with inclusion at senior centers.
The roles offer flexible, fun work involving coaching others, guiding excursions, and supporting participants with diverse needs.
Ideal candidates are enthusiastic team players who enjoy outdoor and community activities and have experience in recreation or helping people with disabilities.
Key Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Availability for part-time or seasonal hours with flexible scheduling
- Experience in recreation, coaching, or leading group activities
- Ability to work with adults, including those with adaptive or lifelong needs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for directing staff and supporting participants
- Background in inclusion services or senior programs preferred
- Commitment to safety and positive recreational experiences
Full Job Description
Are you looking for a part-time job that is flexible and fun? Portland Parks & Recreation is hiring for the Lifelong and Adaptive Recreation team!
We're collecting names of people who are interested in working future part-time or seasonal jobs with Portland Parks. This doesn’t mean there’s a job open right now, but we’re happy you’re interested! We might not contact you right away. When jobs do open, we will connect you if you're selected for an interview.
The following positions are forecasted vacancies:
Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application. Click on them to learn more. | |
Recreation Associate Jobs:
| Parks Activities Specialist Jobs:
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Recreation Associate Pay:
Lead Counselor premium pay is $21.99 - $25.33 (entry is $21.99) Employees working in a Lead Counselor role shall receive a Leadership premium of $2.00 per hour while performing that body of work that requires direction and coaching of other Recreation Support Staff or leading trip excursions with Adaptive and Lifelong Recreation. For more information, please click here. | Parks Activities Specialist Pay:
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| Recreation Associate Union: These jobs are part of a union called (LiUNA) Labors' Local 483 - Recreation. You will start at the entry-level pay rate. To view the labor agreement, please click here | Parks Activities Specialist Union: These positions are not represented by a Union. |
Summary:
Portland Parks and Recreation Adaptive and Lifelong recreation are dedicated to ensuring access to recreational, educational, and wellness opportunities for adults age 60+ and people with disabilities.
Programs are offered throughout Portland and include excursions and van trips, health and wellness, cooking, arts and crafts, music and dance, sports, and fitness, hiking and walking and much more.
We are looking for people that will lead van trips/excursions, teach classes on site at Community Centers or satellite facilities and/or virtually using an online platform and help facilitate virtual programs using an online platform.
If you are interested in applying as a certified Fitness instructor with Lifelong and Adaptive program, please apply to the Fitness Recruitment here.
Note: This is a talent pool and is collecting a list of people who are interested in the job. When a job opens up, we will look at your application to decide who to invite for an interview.
Job Type:
Casual, Part-time. This job posting is for several positions, which are classified by the City of Portland as either Recreation Associates or Parks Activities Specialists.
Schedule: This job has flexible hours and might include working during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays. The number of hours you work each week can change based on program needs, and there is no guarantee of work hours each week.
Location: These jobs are at different Community Centers around Portland, as well as virtual and partner locations. When you apply you can choose as many locations as you want to work at.
Benefits: This job has limited benefits. Click the Benefits tab for more information.
Language Pay: If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community, you may get extra pay. To learn more, click here.
Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services, no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply.
Contact Information:
Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov
Requirements
Qualifications Needed for all jobs on this posting:- Be able to create a welcoming and friendly environment.
- Know about the activities in your assigned area.
- Be able to talk and listen well with different kinds of people.
- Be able to spot and handle safety and emergency situations.
- Be able to solve problems and help with customer concerns.
Qualifications
How to Apply:
- Click "APPLY" to submit your talent pool application online.
- You need to answer the supplemental questions and fill out your work history.
- If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents
Hiring Process:
Step 1: Apply online between January 19, 2026 to April 26, 2026
Step 2: We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role.
Step 3: If you qualify, you will be placed on a list of talent pool eligible candidates.
Step 4: We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available.
Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews.
Step 6: The start date will be set once all hiring conditions are met.
Community Centers by area: | |
| North Portland: Charles Jordan Community Center Peninsula Park Community Center St. Johns Community Center | Northeast Portland: Matt Dishman Community Center Montavilla Community Center |
| Southwest Portland: Southwest Community Center | Southeast Portland: East Portland Community Center Mt. Scott Community Center Woodstock Community Center |
Virtual and partner locations also available.
Additional Information
Lead Counselor Jobs (Recreation Associates): |
| These jobs are part of a union called (LiUNA) Labors' Local 483 - Recreation. You will start at the entry-level pay rate. To view the labor agreement, please click
here. Counselors lead a variety of van trips and outings that include tours, hikes, meals, and social engagement, in addition to supporting the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing of older adult participants. Positions will be responsible for maintaining schedules, safety of participants and volunteers, and maintaining accurate program records. Ages: Lead Counselor (Must be at least 18 years old) Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): Lead Counselor base pay is $19.99 - $23.33 (entry is $19.99) Lead Counselor premium pay is $21.99 - $25.33 (entry is $21.99)
Training Pay: The training pay is $19.99 for all counselor positions. |
Lead Counselor - Trip Leader Provide customer service to participants during a variety of outings/excursions for older adults or people with disabilities. Candidates should enjoy working/socializing with older adults or people with disabilities, be willing to assist with balancing participants while getting in and out of bus/van or at different activity venues, as needed. Will need to submit a DMV drivers record to drive City vehicles, bilingual preferred. Trips are varied with options Mon-Sat and occasionally Sundays.
Shift Range: Weekdays and weekend mornings, afternoons, and evenings. |
Inclusion Assistant Jobs (Parks Activities Specialists) |
| These jobs are not union represented. As part of the Adaptive Recreation program, the Inclusion Assistant provides on-site assistance to participants of all ages with physical, developmental and/or emotional disabilities as they integrate into general recreation programs. Duties include adapting activities, following inclusion or behavior plans, maintaining a safe environment, and promoting a participant’s success in a program. Ages: Inclusion Assistants (Must be at least 18 years old). Pay Range (new employees start at the entry hourly rate): Inclusion Assistant base pay is $21.04 - $25.21 (entry is $21.04 or $22.04 based on experience)
Inclusion Assistant training pay is $19.04 for all positions. |
| Senior Center Project Inclusion Assistant: The Senior Center Inclusion Assistant position will work with people with intellectual disabilities (IDD) who are over 50 years old, in a community-based program at 2 different PP&R sites - Charles Jordan and East Portland Community Centers. The Inclusion Assistant aids participants living with a disability as they learn skills to integrate into retirement. Duties include adapting activities, following individual service plans, maintaining a safe environment, eating meals with participants, aid in toileting and promoting a participant’s success in programs. Daily documentation on individuals to meet state requirements. Communication with caregivers, families and Recreation Coordinator. Locations: Charles Jordan Community Center and East Portland Community Center. Shift Range: 3 – 5 days a week; Monday - Friday 8:30AM – 1:30PM |
Click here for additional information regarding the following:
- City of Portland Core Values
- Recruitment Process - Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Veterans Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
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